Finance Transaction Services Intern

Heidrick & Struggles • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

This role is part of the 2026 Global Internship Program, starting in June for ten consecutive weeks and ending in August. Our internship program will expose you to the leadership advisory and executive search industries while preparing you for a career at Heidrick & Struggles through hands-on development, seminars, and coaching. Each intern is given the opportunity to present their project work at the program's conclusion. Our Finance Transaction Services team is responsible for supporting the end-to-end financial transaction cycle at Heidrick, ensuring accurate, timely, and well-controlled processing of financial data. As a Finance Transaction Services Intern, you will partner with Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Billing (BI) on various projects that support day-to-day operations, enhance reporting and analytics, and drive process improvements across the function. This role offers exposure to core finance processes, transaction-level analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within the business.

Requirements

• Majoring in Accounting
• Graduating between December 2027 and June 2028
• Proactive, energetic, and possessing a strong work ethic
• A critical thinker who exhibits problem solving abilities
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with accounting processes and software (PeopleSoft General Ledger and Oracle HFM a plus)
• Energized by a heavy workload and tight deadlines
• Passion for the accounting industry and its best practices
• Pursuing a CPA licensure once requirements are met

Responsibilities

• Support the timely and accurate preparation of monthly journal entries
• Conduct the review of monthly account analysis, by reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies
• Assist with the preparation of internal and external audit requests
• Work with various business partners (billing, contract administration, accounts payable, payroll) for timely preparation and resolution of deliverables
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Benefits

• The hourly range for this position is 27.50 USD to 27.50 USD. Compensation is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience and skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed